Naturally Capes

Batman's got one. So does Superman. But this winter everyone else will too.

Capes are the new big thing this season... and the best bit is: they come in every colour, shape and size. However, the part that I have personally been struggling with, is how to wear capes and not look like something out of a comic book.

The key to wearing this season's tricky trend is to choose fitted pieces to pair with a cape. Skinny jeans, leggings and slim skirts are perfect. Shoulder bags aren't ideal and should be avoided, as they break up the look of the cape... so instead opt for a large clutch bag.

The typical Victorian cape

This is all well and good but I've been asking myself this question: Where do capes actually originate from?

As so often, Wikipedia has once again helped me to find the answer:

Caped overcoats were popular for men during the Victorian era, and women often wore them as a fashion statement or on top of their evening-wear to protect the fine fabrics from any potential damage.

So below are just some of my favourites...

Fearne Cotton Checked Tartan Cape Coat, £75

Fusion Orion Cape Monsoon, £120

Forever 21 Classic Cape Coat, £24

Red or Dead Trap Collar Cape, £55

Oasis Duffle Cape, £50 (Sale: was £75)

Calvin Klein Cape, £103

Hope this has been inspiring... I actually think that the weather this year is being a little disappointing what with the lack of coldness, so a cape is just the right thing to keep us going.

Sophia